Kent · England
Film and TV set catering in Tenterden, Kent
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for the crew in Tenterden.
- Location shoots
- Photo shoots
- Crew lunches at base
Book the van in Tenterden
About our film set catering in Tenterden
We cater location shoots, unit bases, commercials, music videos and wrap parties. Whether it’s wrap celebrations and live events and broadcasts, we will put together a menu of sausage and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips for your guests.
For a location shoot near Tenterden, base might be in a field or farmyard, so ground conditions matter. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what we can do.
Perfect for your shoot in Tenterden
It’s a morale boost on a tough day.
In Tenterden and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Unit base lunches
- Event crews
- Seaside shoots
- End-of-shoot parties
Tenterden is about 45 miles from central London.
What your quote should include
- What the price includes, item by item
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Allergen information for each item
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
Allergies and dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Put allergy details in writing
- Send the unit base address and directions
- Flag any coeliac crew
- Plan bins and waste at base
Fewer choices mean faster service.
A dining area at base helps.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Compared with sandwiches on set, a chip van gives the crew a proper hot meal. Larger groups normally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book our van in Tenterden
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- A clear quote before booking
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Numbers
- The day of the week
- How far we travel
- How long we serve
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. A short menu is often the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Where the event is
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Your date and serving time
Send us the date, the address or TN30 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and you’ll get a clear price. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
Step by step
We need a level, firm place to park the van, close to where people will eat, and we agree exactly where before the day. At midsummer, Tenterden has light until about 9:15pm, while by late September it’s nearer 7:00pm.
- The production office sends us the location, dates, numbers and lunch time.
- You get an access check and a quote.
- We arrange the van’s spot at the unit base with locations.
- We set up at the unit base and fry to order for the lunch break.
- We clear up and get out of the way.
How to prepare
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Clear the route for the van
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Ask for a quote
Thinking about a fish and chip van for the crew for your shoot in Tenterden? Send us the details and we will come back with a quote. Just use our quote form.
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Crew catering near Tenterden
Tenterden is about 9 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. From the centre of Tenterden to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Tenterden is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Tenterden to Canterbury (about 22 miles away).
Historic houses near Tenterden include Smallhythe Place (2.2 miles south). If you are shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property. Tenterden is on or near the A28 and B2067, good for unit base access. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Tenterden, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about vehicles.
Anywhere in TN30, we can fry fresh for your crew, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your shoot is on Golden Square, High Street and Station Road or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Tenterden sits on or near the A28 and B2067, which makes travel to your shoot easy. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Broad Tenterden (1 mile south), St Michaels (1 mile north), Strood (2 miles west), London Beach (2 miles north) and Parkgate (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (15 miles north-west), Ashford (9 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (15 miles north-west), Bearsted (15 miles north), Park Wood (13 miles north-west) and Kennington (11 miles north-east).
A little further out are Tenterden and District Museum (under half a mile west) and Benenden Hospital (3.4 miles west).
- Schools near Tenterden include Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre (0.5 miles north)
- Local pubs include The Vine Inn (under half a mile south-west)
Planning the van’s spot
Every site is different, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- Lighting for early or late service
- Room for the crew to queue
- Access checked by locations
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Tenterden
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
For event organisers in Tenterden
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Takeaway run or book a van?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is typically the easier option.
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Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Tenterden
Is Tenterden close to London?
About 45 miles from central London.
Can the van park in Turners Field?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
What food do you serve?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Can you adjust to schedule changes?
Schedules move, and we plan for it. Keep us updated and we will adapt.
How long are you on site?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Do we need to provide equipment?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Let us know about bins for crew.
- Fried fresh to order in the van at your event
- Cod, haddock and chips, sausages and pies
- The van comes to you: homes, venues, workplaces and fields
- Served at the time you choose, from the hatch